A Fool's errand
AvCan Vancouver Island,
Monday 14th April, 2025 3:00PM
We didn't encounter avalanche conditions today, but Low danger wasn't the reason! Zoom in on the map image to see the three access points we recce'd in the Woss area today without much luck:
-Mt Ashwood: A bit of pruning on the Gold Creek 9700 branch could open this route up nicely. The initial few bushes stopped us in our tracks, then it opens up, but does it get thicker farther down? One to check out with the sleds on a low elevation snow day next season.
-Fools Peak: A nasty rock slide impedes access as soon as you reach the Fools Creek road. It was just a bit too much for our tippy rig. A sportier setup can probably tackle it.
-Mount Elliott: Excellent road travel all the way to about 900 m where a deep patch of wet snow blocked us. It won't be there much longer! Looks all clear above but snow on the ski approach might be quite minimal as well.
Happy spring exploring! :)

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